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Unfinished wood cabinets are NOT warranted against warpage
Although the finest craftsmanship and materials are always used to make Vinothèque products, unfinished
wood cabinets are not warranted against warpage. Because the grain of the wood is not sealed against
potential warpage that can occur through different kinds of climates, it is not recommended to request yours
in this style.
The Vinothèque panel construction is a “sandwich” of rigid insulating foam between two outside veneer
panels. This construction will only deform if the moisture content of one panel is at variance with that of the
other. A warpage condition, which is reversible, might develop during transportation or after installation in
an ambient environment substantially dryer or substantially more humid than that in which the unit was
manufactured and packaged with the doors closed (only exterior panel of door exposed to ambient).
For example, a unit manufactured in California during the rainy season (winter) and installed in an eastern
heated room will tend to develop a concave warp as the outside exposed veneer panel dries up; while the
same unit built in the dry summer weather and installed in Florida will develop a convex warp as the exposed
panel absorbs outside moisture.
How to correct a warped door
Leave the door open to expose both door surfaces to the same outside condition for 24 to 48 hours. To
accelerate the process, wet the contracted (dry) door panel with a damp towel or sponge and allow drying
with both door sides exposed.
How to prevent future warpage
Thoroughly seal both sides of a straight door with two coats of high quality moisture proof wood sealant to
prevent any further moisture exchange.
Never seal a warped door, as it might be impossible to correct the condition after treatment. Vinothèque is not
responsible for reversible moisture induced warpage of unfinished doors or for door stained, and/or sealed
after shipment from the factory.
Freight damage claims
If damage has occurred to your cabinet during the course of shipping, it is the responsibility of the
distributor from which you bought the unit to work directly with you and the freight company to arrange for
repairs or replacement. It is imperative to inspect the unit thoroughly at the time of delivery to assure that any
damage is observed and noted on the shipping document. The freight company will not accept liability for
damage without documentation on the delivery paperwork.
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